02605cam a22003613u 4500 42632 UtSlPG 20260610133956.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Gibbon, Edward, 1737-1794 Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 2 (of 2) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-05-03 Produced by Sharon Joiner, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 2 (of 2)" by Edward Gibbon is a collection of personal correspondence written in the late 18th century. The letters provide intimate insights into Gibbon’s life, reflecting on his experiences, opinions on political matters, and personal relationships during a time of significant historical change. This volume reveals the blend of intellectual engagement and daily life of one of the great historians, showcasing his thoughts on health, leisure, and public affairs. At the start of the volume, Gibbon addresses his stepmother, reassuring her of his well-being and detailing his recent activities. He mentions his election as a member of Parliament and reflects on the social life he enjoys, including plans to spend time at his country house in Brighthelmstone. Gibbon expresses his sentiments towards various friends, discusses his health and contentment during the summer, and alludes to significant events affecting his social and political circles. The opening letters set a personal tone, revealing not just Gibbon's individual character, but also the societal intrigues of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Great Britain -- Intellectual life -- 18th century Gibbon, Edward, 1737-1794 Historians -- Great Britain -- Correspondence Gibbon, Edward, 1737-1794 -- Correspondence Scholars -- Great Britain -- Correspondence Prothero, Rowland E., Baron Ernle (Rowland Edmund), 1851-1937 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42632 83471 83471